The Kerala government has sought the assistance of the Indian Air Force for rescue operations in the state, where landslides have occurred following heavy rains. The Chief Minister’s Office has informed that help from the Air Force has been sought for rescue in Koottikal at Kottayam district where landslides have been reported isolating a few families.

Minister for Cooperation and Registration VN Vasavan said that at least three houses have been washed away in Kottayam district and 10 people feared missing. The India Meteorological Department has warned of widespread heavy rains in the state due to the low pressure area formed over the Arabian Sea and issued a red alert for five districts in the state.